Crime
Retired New Bedford Firefighter Faces Trial for Bar Fight
Manuel Mota declined a plea deal and will go to trial on April 7 over a disorderly conduct charge from a 2025 incident.
Family of New Bedford Woman Killed by Drunk Driver Vows Justice
Mary Ptaszenski's family says $5,000 bail for the suspect is a "slap in the face".
Man charged with motor vehicle homicide after woman, 70, killed in New Bedford crash
Andrew Johansen, 34, of Dartmouth, was arraigned on charges including motor vehicle homicide by OUI and negligence.
Sports
Bishop Stang's Tysen Teixeira reaches scoring milestone
Teixeira surpasses 1,000 career points in win over Martha's Vineyard
SouthCoast Basketball Stars Team Up at Springfield College
Dartmouth and Wareham natives join forces on the court
Old Colony Cougars Dominate Diman Bengals in Boys Basketball
Cougars win 71-51 at home for their fifth straight victory
Lifestyle
New Bedford Community Raises Funds to Repatriate Guatemalan Woman's Remains
The K'iche' community comes together to send Nicolasa Ventura Colaj's body back to her hometown in Guatemala after a fatal car accident.
New Bedford Favorite Dee's Hot Dogs Reopens After Renovations
Dee's Hot Dogs is back in business after a longer-than-expected closure for interior upgrades.
New Bedford Area Restaurants Vie for Best Fireside Dining Title
Readers vote for their favorite cozy spot to enjoy a meal by the fire
Entertainment
New Bedford JazzFest Returns March 1
The annual acoustic jazz series will feature three shows at the Steeple Playhouse starting next month.
Southcoast Brass Band to Headline Mardi Gras Celebration
Festive event at Bayside Lounge raises funds for local youth organization
Griot's Corner Launches Improvisational Theater Workshop
12-week program in New Bedford to build acting skills and form new improv troupe
Weather
Fire Erupts at New Bedford Bakery
Firefighters battle blaze at Sunrise Bakery & Coffee Shop overnight.
Recent Massachusetts Cold Snap Not Close to Record-Setting
From brutal cold to extreme heat, these are the coldest and hottest temperatures ever recorded in Massachusetts.
Fall River Extends Parking Ban as Snow Cleanup Frustrations Grow
Officials warn that violations could result in towing across the city.
